Making a name for themselves as the go-to backing band on the West Coast - providing the rhythm section for rappers like Big KRIT, Freddie Gibbs, & Tanya Morgan, as well as soul outfits like Quadron, Alice Russell, their own group, Grillade, & dozens of … Read More →
Category Archives: Video
FRSH EP:
Knxwledge –
Gwapes
b/w “NeetFeet” +
“SoHrd” & “BeTheSame” videos
This dude Knxwledge stays dropping projects outta nowhere. But time and time again, he comes with it, so who can complain. Ever since our first introduction thru the beat for “Ropes” in 2008, Knx. has been consistently getting better & better w/ each endeavor - … Read More →
FRSH MIX:
Suzi Analogue –
Analogue Monsta Mix
(Part 2 of 2)
+ bonus COVRS 3P
There’s a lot going on in this one. We recommend a deep breath before stepping in, & then… a proper, full basking of all that is offered in the following. Thank you & you’re welcome. Following up on the MONSTA-rous first half released last week, … Read More →
FRSH VIDEO:
AFTA-1 & KenBts.
“Radical Center”
As a preview of some exciting things still to come, today we have the debut of “Radical Center” - a fleeting video snapshot of one of the initial moments in an ongoing project from likeminded producers & artists, AFTA-1 & KenBts. For those who may … Read More →
FRSH SLCTS PRSNTS…
EVNT VIDEO:
Pete Rock & CL Smooth “T.R.O.Y.”
Live @ The Fix 4 Year Anniv. –
Portland, OR
November 18th, 2010 Out of all the two dozen or so shows we did for the Fresh Selects Presents… concert series last year – this one was definitely in the top three. And in a way – it pretty much had to be. This particular … Read More →
FRSH TRCK & VIDEO:
Calvin Valentine
“No Good”
(prod. Ari Stackhouse)
Following up on the first single, “All I Want Is You” – Calvin Valentine brings us the next joint from the Valentine’s Day album, entitled “No Good.” In comparison, “No Good” is much more of a straightforward hip-hop song, and gives you a better feel … Read More →
FRSH VIDEO:
Illmaculate x G_Force
“Lay It Down”
As we continue our series of pre-launch posts, I present you with a preview of the first official release on the new FRSH SLCTS – a full-length collaboration between two fellow PRTLND representatives, Illmaculate x G_Force (AKA Calvin Valentine) – The Green Tape. The project … Read More →
FRSH VIDEO/LYRCS:
ADaD x Exile
“Sound Is God”
Released today is a new video from last year’s AM/FM - the remix/companion album to Exile‘s Radio. The album featured remixes by either Exile’s production peers using the same radio samples he did, or some of his vocal co-conspirators singing or rapping over the original … Read More →
FRSH SLCTS PRSNTS…
EVNT VIDEO:
Bilal “Restart”
Live @ The Fix – Portland, OR
October 14th, 2010 Today we present you with yet another peak into just what exactly VTech & Fresh Selects’ concert series at Portland, Oregon’s The Fix looked like. And this time its a slice of life from an incredible set – easily one of the … Read More →
FRSH SLCTS PRSNTS…
EVNT VIDEO:
Grillade
“Remain The Same”
live @ The Fix
- Portland, OR
September 23rd, 2010 On another fateful Thursday – this time in September of 2010, VTech Phones & Fresh Selects presented yet another live band’s debut in Portland – and where else could it happen at but The Fix. Although, this debut was actually a little … Read More →
FRSH SLCTS PRSNTS…
EVNT VIDEO:
Dibia$e
“Skullcrack / Knee Deep”
live @ The Fix – Portland, OR
September 23rd, 2010 Just one week after releasing his debut album, Machines Hate Me, on L.A.’s Alpha Pup Records – beat boy-wonder, Dibia$e, made another debut – this time it was his very first show in Portland, OR. On his way to perform at the … Read More →
FRSH KPT SCRT:
Blah Blah Blah
“Why Am I The Only One Laughing?”
Ah… a post that has been long overdue. Today, we introduce to you, Blah Blah Blah - a band from Chicago, whose 5-track demo I’ve been listening to on repeat at damn near brainwashing levels for a little over a year now. While comparisons to … Read More →